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The Refuge Overlooking Center Hill Lake

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A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a sofa set, a fireplace, and a large stone accent piece.
A covered balcony with a view of a lake and hills.
A multi-story residential building with a deck, surrounded by lush greenery and other houses.
A spacious living room with a large flat-screen TV, wooden cabinets, a red patterned rug, and a gray sofa with decorative pillows.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire chalet

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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Smithville, TN
  • Place, Center Hill Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Smithville Golf Club
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Joe L Evins Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Smithville

When you stay at this chalet in Smithville, you'll be on a lake and steps from Center Hill Lake. .This chalet is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Smithville Golf Club and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Joe L Evins Park.

What's nearby

  • Center Hill Lake - 1 min drive - 0.2 miles
  • Smithville Golf Club - 18 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Joe L Evins Park - 18 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Caney Fork River - 24 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Edgar Evins State Park - 29 min drive - 15.3 miles

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Kilgore's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Twisted Oaks - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Refuge Overlooking Center Hill Lake

Welcome to The Refuge

Welcome to The Refuge, a spacious and peaceful lake retreat perched above beautiful Center Hill Lake. Designed for gathering with family and friends, this home offers plenty of room to spread out, relax, and enjoy everything the lake has to offer.

Start your mornings with coffee on the balcony while the sunlight shimmers across the water, spend the afternoon exploring Center Hill Lake, and end the evening soaking in the brand-new hot tub overlooking the lake.

Inside, one of the home's standout features is its unique fireplace, creating a warm and inviting centerpiece for the living space. Whether you're visiting for a summer lake getaway, a fall weekend in the Tennessee hills, or a cozy winter escape, The Refuge is a place to slow down and enjoy your time together.

The Space

The Refuge offers multiple sleeping areas, plenty of bathrooms, and comfortable gathering spaces for groups and families.

– Bedroom 1: 1 King Bed
– Bedroom 2: 2 Queen Beds
– Bedroom 3: 1 King Bed
– Game Room: 1 Twin Bunk Bed
– Loft: 2 Twin Beds
– Bathrooms: 3 full bathrooms + 1 half bath
– Fresh linens and towels provided
– Fully stocked kitchen with cookware, blender, wine glasses, and extras
– Smart TV
– Pool table
– Unique fireplace
– Brand-new private hot tub overlooking Center Hill Lake
– Private deck and balcony with beautiful lake views
– Central heating and air
– Washer and dryer
– Community pool access

Whether everyone is gathered around the fireplace, challenging each other to a game of pool, relaxing on the deck, or unwinding in the hot tub with the lake in the background, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your time at The Refuge.

Local Highlights

Things to Do

– Floating Mill Park & beach access* – 20 min
– Appalachian Center for Craft – 20 min
– Hurricane Marina – 23 min
– Center Hill Dam Overlook – 34 min
– Edgar Evins State Park – 36 min
– Burgess Falls State Park – 37 min

Coffee & Dining

– Twisted Oaks – 15 min
– The Retreat at Center Hill – 18 min
– Fish Lipz Grill – 33 min
– Foglight Foodhouse – 45 min

FAQ

➤ Is there lake access?
Yes! A short nearby path provides access to Center Hill Lake. Please note that the home sits above the lake, so the house is not visible once you reach the waterline.

➤ Is the hot tub private?
Yes. The brand-new hot tub is private to the home and offers a beautiful setting overlooking the lake.

➤ Is the pool private?
No. The pool is part of the Blue Water Bay community and is shared by guests and residents.

➤ What's in the kitchen?
The kitchen is stocked with cookware and everyday essentials, along with extras such as a blender and wine glasses to make meals at the house easy.

Guest Access

– Self check-in with door code
– Full access to the entire home
– Private hot tub
– Free driveway parking
– Community pool access
– Lake access via nearby trail

Other Things to Note

– No pets allowed
– No smoking
– No parties
– A ladder is required to access the loft
– Quiet hours begin at 10 PM

Parking is limited. The HOA does not allow street parking, and fines may be imposed for vehicles parked along the street. Carpooling is strongly encouraged. If your group needs additional parking, please contact us and we can provide nearby parking options.
There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including an arcade/game room.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the chalet: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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The Refuge Overlooking Center Hill Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

The Refuge was a fantastic long weekend getaway spot for our family. The house and amenities exceeded our expectations! Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property close to lake and community pool

This property is perfect for families or large groups. We have wide range of kids 18-4 years old. This house was perfect and so nice to be walking distance from pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property capable of comfortably sleeping 12

We had a great stay in this property. The multiple decks and levels of this home allowed for easy "spacing" of kid groups that we had. All 12 of us had the space we needed and were very comfortable. The location is nestled away on the high hills/mountains of the area overlooking the lake and Hidden Harbor marina. Would definitely recommend the property as it is a great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

There were nine of us and we fit comfortably. House is settled in trees, no lake view. Nice community pool within walking distance. Sits on a very nice lake. Beautiful master suite and two lower level bedrooms. Other room in basement is accessed through one of the bedrooms. Overall is clean and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Wasps, hornets, yellowjackets, and bugs everywhere hatching and dead inside the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good deal

The house was nice. The kitchen was well stocked with essentials. You need to bring additional dishwasher detergent. The loft was extremely hot and the ladder is straight up which was uncomfortable for the 12 year old. The parents weren’t feeling safe about him being there. The bunk bed area was nice but because it’s also the rec room, it wasn’t a good
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

"The Refuge" was beautiful and comfortable with plenty of open space for gathering. The deck areas were quite nice as well. The kitchen was well supplied with cooking implements as well as dishes, cups, glasses, and silverware. Plenty for larger groups. We thought the bedrooms were all comfortable and bathrooms were clean (except for cobwebs/spiderwebs -but that happens). Location-wise, the house does not have direct access to the lake (it is high above it) but you can drive to a couple options to launch a kayak. We used the community pool a lot and it was great. It's a hilly neighborhood - great if you love to walk/run and get your heartrate up! Overall, a very nice house and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Size indoors & outdoors was perfect for our group of 12. The house was clean & well supplied. It had a gas grill with a propane tank provided for our 4th of July cookout too! To nite the layout was a little odd as you had to walk through a king bedroom to get into bunk room. Although there was a door to the lower outdoor porch from the hallway and into the bunk room. So if you went outside you would not disturb those in the king room. One of the downstairs bathrooms was in the hallway for use of the king bedroom & the bedroom with two queens. It had a single sink. The other bathroom was in the bunk room and there was a double vanity in the entry floor master. The loft area had two single beds and was a very comfortable temperature even though TN was going through a heat wave. In order to cool the main lofted living/kitchen/dining areas to a comfortable level the air had to be turned down so the main floor master was pretty cool but we enjoy a cool bedroom at night so that was fine. The noise from walking and just talking at a normal level in the rooms carried throughout the home so with larger groups not the most ideal. However even with all of this we would still stay here again. The views were amazing, we were able to watch the fireworks from the back porches. The home had anything you needed and just a short walk down the road was a set of stairs (steep)to the lake where you could traverse the rocks to get into the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026